Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce have returned to the United States safely, landing in Rhode Island on a private jet after a romantic getaway in St. Lucia. The couple’s return marks the end of an extended trip that spanned over two weeks, during which they traveled across Europe and the Caribbean following the Kansas City Chiefs’ Super Bowl loss.
On Monday afternoon, Taylor Swift’s private jet was spotted landing at an airport in Rhode Island, signaling the couple’s return from their Caribbean escape. The timing of their trip comes as Kelce faces a crucial decision regarding his future in the NFL. With a significant £10 million roster bonus due on March 15, the Kansas City Chiefs are seeking clarity from the tight end before a key deadline on March 14. This date is particularly important as it falls about five weeks prior to the NFL draft, allowing the Chiefs time to strategize should Kelce decide to retire.
Kelce’s contract stipulates that if he remains with the team, he will receive the £10 million bonus in addition to his base salary of £3.5 million for the 2025 season. Conversely, should he choose to retire or if the Chiefs opt to release him, the team would free up £13.4 million in their payroll. After the Super Bowl, Kelce expressed a desire to take his time in making a decision about his playing future, stating on the “New Heights” podcast, “I think I owe it to my teammates that if I come back, it’s a wholehearted decision and I don’t do it half-heartedly.”
The 35-year-old athlete posted 823 receiving yards during the 2024 season, ranking fifth among tight ends in the NFL, albeit it was his lowest total since 2014. He managed to score just three touchdowns throughout the regular season, and his performance in Super Bowl 59 was subdued, with only four catches for 39 yards in the Chiefs’ 40-22 loss.
Despite the uncertainty surrounding Kelce’s career, his relationship with Swift appears to be strong. Reports indicate that the pop superstar will support her partner regardless of his professional decisions. The couple has been together for approximately 18 months, and speculation about their potential engagement has been a topic of interest among fans and media alike. As Kelce navigates this pivotal moment in his career, it is clear that his relationship with Swift remains a source of stability and encouragement.
As they settle back into their routines in Rhode Island, all eyes will be on Kelce as he prepares to make decisions that could shape both his future in football and his personal life with Swift.